Summer time is here and for many parents, it is time to take the kids to local beaches, public pools or backyard pools to swim. While swimming is always a lot of fun, it is important that parents remain cautious as countless swimming pool accidents and drowning accidents occur annually.  Below, we have provided several pool safety tips that will help parents keep their children safe in the water:

Stay with kids at all times and be sure to watch them.  Swimming pool accident can occur within minutes, so it is important to keep an eye on children.

Use life jackets in place of inflatable inner tubes or arm bands.  Remember, inflatable safety devices can deflate and are not as safe as life jackets.

Keep small children within an arm's length.  Toddlers and young children have weak arms and may not be able to stay afloat in a pool. 

Learn CPR.  It is always a great idea to know emergency response techniques that could safe children's lives, especially if you own a pool.

Are you or your child a swimming pool accident victim?  If so, a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer from the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus can help you.  Contact our legal team today!